IWCB plays “Triumphal March” from Aïda by Guiseppe Verdi (arranged by Franco Cesarini).

Giuseppe Verdi’s grand opera Aïda sees the old kingdoms of Egypt and Ethiopia at war, and tells the tragic story of a love that crosses these lines. The celebratory “Triumphal March” accompanies a spectacular scene in which the victorious Egyptian army returns home in a grand parade before the Pharoah.

The opera was commissioned for the opening of the Khedivial Opera House in Cairo, but this was not to be, as the premiere was delayed for two years — the costumes and sets for the production were made in Paris, and were stuck there when the city came under siege during the Franco-Prussian war. Aïda finally premiered in Cairo on Christmas Eve of 1871.

Our Conductor - Joshua McNulty:

Joshua McNulty is a seasoned conductor, composer, and educator in the Australian music community. As the founder and Musical Director of The FilmHarmonia Orchestra and the Musical Director of the Inner West Community Band, he has significantly fostered musical excellence. He has also led ensembles like the Macquarie University Symphony Orchestra, the Canaria Scoring Orchestra, the Wellington Players, and the Strathfield Symphony Orchestra.

An accomplished reed player now exploring brass instruments, Joshua brings versatility to his music-making. He directs numerous school bands across Sydney and tutors aspiring musicians. His passion for narrative-driven music is evident in his compositions, premiered by both The FilmHarmonia Orchestra and the Inner West Community Band.

A graduate of the Sydney Conservatorium under Dr. John Lynch and Dr. Anthony Clarke, Joshua continues to advance the Australian wind band community through his leadership and contributions.

Our Band:
Flute
Milia Cavallaro*
Lauren Ziegler
Rebecca Thomas
Jasmine Gilligan
Anna Ward

Piccolo
Rebecca Thomas

Oboe
Greg Knight
Hannah Kovilpillai

Bassoon
Jaslyn Nash
Sam Herriman

Percussion
Andrea Leong*
Ryan Mestric*
Kate Wilson

Clarinet
Simon Parker
Briony Bowman*
Danielle Keogh
Helene Pino
Amanda Sapienza
Daniela Bantle
Harry He
Sandra Mackay
Ashleigh Finn
Nathalie King
Hisashi Nakahara
Amelie Nemes

Bass Clarinet
Richard Price
Eloise Kershler

Alto Saxophone
Adele Sutton
Eliza Harvey
Jordon Blanket
Roxanne Macara
Emma Korell

Tenor Saxophone
Mick Elderfield
Eamon Byrne

Trumpet
Adam Griffiths*
Micah Napier
Rachael Hughes
Henry Egan
Kate Wilson
Danika Pink

French Horn
Adrian Barnes
Jennifer Gunn
Michael Neil

Trombone
Conor Bratty
Emma Dortins
Angus Blake
Harry Goldman
Vicki Sifniotis

Euphonium
David Crawford

Tuba
Sebastian Djayasukmana
Dominic Lukin
Brendon Lukin

Piano
Helene Pino

Conductor:
Joshua McNulty